Col. Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 4 minutes ago, Threadbear said: Not sure how many carriers the Argentine Navy had, but here is a Corsair on one! At the time one, ARA Independencia, later replaced by ARA Veinticinco de Mayo in 1969 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted February 11, 2018 Author Share Posted February 11, 2018 after you first raised it I went off and had a look. They had two, the first, which the Corsairs operated off was the ARA Independencia V-1. Which was the old HMS Warrior R-31, a Colossus class Light Carrier (1945, 1948 - 1958) plus used by the Canadian navy for awhile as the HMCS Warrior( 1946 - 1948) The second was the ARA Veinticinco de Mayo V-2 (1968 - 1990), another Colossus class carrier that started life as the HMS Venerable R-63 in 1944 (also from 1948 - 1968 as the HNLMS Karel Doorman, Netherlands). Plus an interesting selection of aircraft were used of both carriers; F4U Corsairs SNJ-5c Texan Grumman S2F-1 Tracker F9F Panther and Cougar A-4Q Skyhawks T-28 Trojan Sea Kings 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threadbear Posted February 11, 2018 Share Posted February 11, 2018 Great spot of quick research there. Never knew that there was a carrier capable T-6 Texan. You learn something everyday. The Argentine Corsairs do look smart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giorgio N Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Regarding the F9Fs in Argentina, the Armada bought 28 F9F-2B Panther from the USN in 1957, of which 24 were flown and the others used for spare parts. They didn't really operate from carriers as the catapults on ARA Independencia were't powerful enough to launch the aircrafts safely. However at least one aircraft landed on the carrier during trials. The Cougars were 2 F9F-8T trainers that were only operated from land bases. Interestingly, while the Panthers were in grey over white, the Cougars were in overall gloss sea blue. Aircrafts of the Argentinian Navy actually saw quite a bit of action and in 1963 both the Panthers and the Corsairs took part in combat during an attempted coup, with Navy aircrafts attacking Army forces 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIGHTS ON Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 Yes please, I see the dates on the other thread are : 24 Mar 18 - 15 Jul 18 - so I am home ("don't speak too soon!!) therefore NO excuses for not finishing this time. too many potentials sitting in the stash (and too many "started" beyond what would be "reasonable" ) .....a month to decide, decisions, decisions 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted February 21, 2018 Share Posted February 21, 2018 My decision is made. And I'm very excited about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted February 21, 2018 Author Share Posted February 21, 2018 1 hour ago, Enzo Matrix said: My decision is made. And I'm very excited about it. and a hint???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted February 22, 2018 Share Posted February 22, 2018 11 hours ago, Enzo Matrix said: My decision is made. And I'm very excited about it. 9 hours ago, trickyrich said: and a hint???? ...or stop being a dirty tease and just tell us man! Right now I'm thinking Sea Harrier or maybe Seafire. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted February 22, 2018 Author Share Posted February 22, 2018 I think you're right with one of those choices! I reckon a Sea Harrier or maybe an F-4K Phantom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enzo the Magnificent Posted February 22, 2018 Share Posted February 22, 2018 23 hours ago, Enzo Matrix said: My decision is made. And I'm very excited about it. 21 hours ago, trickyrich said: and a hint???? 11 hours ago, Col. said: ...or stop being a dirty tease and just tell us man! Okay okay, no need to be flamboyant about it... USS Enterprise air group. The ship in 1/700, with a TBD, SBD and F4F in 1/72. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted February 22, 2018 Author Share Posted February 22, 2018 nice!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Posted February 22, 2018 Share Posted February 22, 2018 2 hours ago, Enzo Matrix said: Okay okay, no need to be flamboyant about it... USS Enterprise air group. The ship in 1/700, with a TBD, SBD and F4F in 1/72. Sounds a fine selection there Enzo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FIGHTS ON Posted February 24, 2018 Share Posted February 24, 2018 On 15/05/2017 at 11:27 AM, Max Headroom said: Go on then. A suggestion if I may - in addition to the aircraft what about the vehicles that buzz around on deck, tractors, trolleys with bombs and missiles etc. That way those who deal with vehicles can also join the fun? Trevor Wardroom Mess Piano - I believe some of these have been known to "buzz around on deck" before making that fateful catapult shot??? 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixII Posted February 24, 2018 Share Posted February 24, 2018 The piano was 'launched' as Ark or if you prefer HMS Blue Circle! (R09) was coming home for the last time. The piano launch is normally associated with a ships 'paying off'. Paul 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 16 hours ago, PhoenixII said: The piano was 'launched' as Ark or if you prefer HMS Blue Circle! (R09) was coming home for the last time. The piano launch is normally associated with a ships 'paying off'. Paul So a model of an upright piano? What scale are you going for? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixII Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 1:1 scale joanna, cat is going to be a bit of a pig! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 34 minutes ago, PhoenixII said: 1:1 scale joanna, cat is going to be a bit of a pig! I find SWMBO gets a bit ansi about my trying to install the steam accelerator equipment in the garden... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhoenixII Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 29 minutes ago, Grey Beema said: I find SWMBO gets a bit ansi about my trying to install the steam accelerator equipment in the garden... WHY? If your gardens THAT big............. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 Could be a good excuse to build my Escort Carrier. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 1 hour ago, Brad said: Could be a good excuse to build my Escort Carrier. Yes!! Go n join in with the Escort Carrier. Which carrier you doing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Grey Beema said: Yes!! Go n join in with the Escort Carrier. Which carrier you doing? The kit is the Gambier Bay in 1/350 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted February 28, 2018 Author Share Posted February 28, 2018 I reckon the "Flying Piano" must be must build for this GB.......ok folks there's the challenge! 5 hours ago, Brad said: Could be a good excuse to build my Escort Carrier. as if you even need an excuse!! That's a nice looking model, defiantly one to watch! 3 hours ago, Grey Beema said: Yes!! Go n join in with the Escort Carrier. Which carrier you doing? ....and will you be joining the fun?? Well it's getting closer folks, time to start finalising your builds! For those why have yet to join the fun, theres still plenty of time. The choices for the build are huge, plus you can build a small diorama/vignette of action on the deck. So hit the stash or evilBay and find your next project and join the fun. Unfortunately for the start of the build i'll be in Malaysia but throw the magic of the internet....with luck, I'll be here for the start! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 1 hour ago, trickyrich said: ...and will you be joining the fun?? Absolutely, I think my name is already on the list. Just not sure if I need to buy something to build though.... or is that just an excuse.... 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trickyrich Posted March 1, 2018 Author Share Posted March 1, 2018 11 hours ago, Grey Beema said: Absolutely, I think my name is already on the list. Just not sure if I need to buy something to build though.... or is that just an excuse.... Yes you are......just forgot to look, #6 actually you were quick off the mark for this GB. gee you. Have some nice choices there, the Walrus or Firefly would be nice to see, don’t if anyone else will build these. I do know the Walrus (as in 2 of them I think) did for a while operate of an RN aircraft carrier during the war in a SAR role. Think think they may have been either RAN or RAAF aircraft. I’m sure there has been a discussion on this somewhere here....maybe! I’m trying to find out some more info but it’s a bit hard as i’m away from home at the moment. But for general interest sake i’ll try and dig up some more info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Beema Posted March 1, 2018 Share Posted March 1, 2018 5 hours ago, trickyrich said: Yes you are......just forgot to look, #6 actually you were quick off the mark for this GB. gee you. Have some nice choices there, the Walrus or Firefly would be nice to see, don’t if anyone else will build these. I do know the Walrus (as in 2 of them I think) did for a while operate of an RN aircraft carrier during the war in a SAR role. Think think they may have been either RAN or RAAF aircraft. I’m sure there has been a discussion on this somewhere here....maybe! I’m trying to find out some more info but it’s a bit hard as i’m away from home at the moment. But for general interest sake i’ll try and dig up some more info. Hi Rich, There were three Walrus assigned to HMS Victorious and used in the SAR role for the attack on the Japanese Home Islands. There are a couple of references to their daring do picking up downed pilots from under the noses of the Japanese in "Carrier Pilot" by Norman Hanson. I know that one of them broke down and could not be recovered. So once the crew were safe it was used for target practice by the destroyers of the fleet.. I rather like the vintage styling of the Walrus against the Roundel and bar markings... Having said that I might do Lt Stott's Indefatigable Firefly. Most people would plump for "Evelyn Tentions" from Implacable but Lt Stott is the only Firefly pilot to either destroy or be involved in the destruction of 5 aircraft in the air.. Oh decision, decisions - the pressure... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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